The end of Fort Wilderness

Goofy Daddy · 05-17-2007

It's being reported that starting in the next few days crews will begin to demolish the fort on what was once called Tom Sawyer's Island. Now sitting on what is called "Pirates Lair" the fort was no longer in safe enough condition to be allowed to stand apparently. I find it unfortunate that its time has come.

Here's hoping that what ever replaces the old fort is worthy of the "Disneyland legacy."

**Dana** · 05-17-2007

It's very sad to hear of tradional things leaving the disney parks. I know they will make it something, but it would be nice to hold on to some of the older things too....

Daisee · 05-17-2007

oohh ... you scared me for a sec.. I thought the thread meant.. the end of FW campground.. etc...

unamadreditre · 05-17-2007

Awwww........ memories....... I loved playing there as a kid. Haven't been in it in a long time but it makes me sad that I won't be able to see it.

daisyd · 05-17-2007

I know that the island needs to change, but for the love of all things Disney, please, please, please tell me they are keeing the canoes and the cute boys that work them. Some of my favorite teenage memories revolve around riding on teh canoes with my girlfriends to flirt with the boys, lol.

Goofy Daddy · 05-17-2007

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Originally Posted by daisyd

I know that the island needs to change, but for the love of all things Disney, please, please, please tell me they are keeing the canoes and the cute boys that work them. Some of my favorite teenage memories revolve around riding on teh canoes with my girlfriends to flirt with the boys, lol.

LOL...For now anyway I think the canoes will stay, but who knows about the future since they really don't fit a pirate theme do they? Enjoy them while they last.

daisyd · 05-17-2007

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Originally Posted by Goofy Daddy

LOL...For now anyway I think the canoes will stay, but who knows about the future since they really don't fit a pirate theme do they? Enjoy them while they last.

LOL, can you imagine a pregnant woman in her 30's with her kids and DH flirting with the canoe guys???

THere will be no canoes for me this July.

I think Disney&BYUdad's DD and SIL worked the canoes--he might have some insight.

gingita · 05-18-2007

When I was at Disneyland the past few days, there was significant work being done on the island. I think the funniest part was watching the CMs who operate the rafts move the construction guys across the water because it's the only way they could get over there. It was really humorous to me.

I did take a photo of the signage advertising the Pirates Lair while in DTD. So for your viewing pleasure...

bumble · 05-18-2007

Well wow... I just about died when I saw the title. I also thought it was in reference to Fort Wilderness Campground. Whew! Glad it's not. And now I see this is in the Disneyland section, lol. Just out of curiosity are they doing any updating to Toms island in WDW? or is this only at DL?

skwak · 05-18-2007

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Originally Posted by bumble

Well wow... I just about died when I saw the title. I also thought it was in reference to Fort Wilderness Campground. Whew! Glad it's not. And now I see this is in the Disneyland section, lol. Just out of curiosity are they doing any updating to Toms island in WDW? or is this only at DL?

I thought the same.

Never been to DL but I know I would be upset if the fort at WDW was being removed.

disney1 · 05-18-2007

Is this just DL or are they doing this in DW as well?

Never went there as a kid with my parents or when I was on my honeymoon (my parents belief that it wasn't worth doing stayed with me). Decided to explore with my family in '02 and while not the greatest attraction it was a nice diversion.

I know Disney likes to update and synergize everything but some things like the Carousel of Progress should stay. I've always thought that if they wanted to change or lose an attraction they should look at Autopia. Tie it in with Cars or better yet, Herbie goes to Monte Carlo. They could turn the track into a miniature European road race with little Eiffel Towers and other landmarks.

skwak · 05-18-2007

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Originally Posted by disney1

Is this just DL or are they doing this in DW as well?

Never went there as a kid with my parents or when I was on my honeymoon (my parents belief that it wasn't worth doing stayed with me). Decided to explore with my family in '02 and while not the greatest attraction it was a nice diversion.

I know Disney likes to update and synergize everything but some things like the Carousel of Progress should stay. I've always thought that if they wanted to change or lose an attraction they should look at Autopia. Tie it in with Cars or better yet, Herbie goes to Monte Carlo. They could turn the track into a miniature European road race with little Eiffel Towers and other landmarks.

As of now, DL only.

col19 · 05-18-2007

very sad :(

Goofy Daddy · 05-18-2007

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Originally Posted by disney1

Is this just DL or are they doing this in DW as well?

Never went there as a kid with my parents or when I was on my honeymoon (my parents belief that it wasn't worth doing stayed with me). Decided to explore with my family in '02 and while not the greatest attraction it was a nice diversion.

I know Disney likes to update and synergize everything but some things like the Carousel of Progress should stay. I've always thought that if they wanted to change or lose an attraction they should look at Autopia. Tie it in with Cars or better yet, Herbie goes to Monte Carlo. They could turn the track into a miniature European road race with little Eiffel Towers and other landmarks.

From what I have been able to figure out the fort HAD to come down due to its unsafe state. There were plans to replace it anyway due to the coming of pirates lair but not until phase 2. I hear the story is that in order to allow park guests to use the new restrooms that were built their for pirates lair the fort had to come down since the walls were so decayed they were being held up with 2x4s.

As to those who got the scare about the camp grounds...sorry but I did put it in the DisneyLAND section, what else can i do?

anaheimboy · 05-18-2007

It's to bad they couldnt just fix it but its maybe going to be best they put better use to the area with a new permanent CM area (or so Ive heard)....oh well. Lets see what all is to come in the bright future.

05-17-2007	#1 (permalink)
Goofy Daddy Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Northern California Posts: 270	The end of Fort Wilderness It's being reported that starting in the next few days crews will begin to demolish the fort on what was once called Tom Sawyer's Island. Now sitting on what is called "Pirates Lair" the fort was no longer in safe enough condition to be allowed to stand apparently. I find it unfortunate that its time has come. Here's hoping that what ever replaces the old fort is worthy of the "Disneyland legacy." __________________ "Honey! WHERE is my super suit?!" Frozone 1968 Disneyland Hotel (Summer) 1972 Disneyland Hotel (Summer) 1976 Off Site (Summer) 1979 Off Site (Summer) 1997 Off Site (August)) 2001 Disneyland Hotel (June) 2002 Off Site (December) 2003 x2 Off Site (February & December) 2004 Off Site (December) 2005 x2 Off Site (August & December) 2006 x4 Off Site (March, August, December) Disneyland Hotel (November) 2007 x3 Off Site (April, June, & October)

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Dana Super Mod/Packen' Kracken Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Joisey Posts: 23,782	Re: The end of Fort Wilderness It's very sad to hear of tradional things leaving the disney parks. I know they will make it something, but it would be nice to hold on to some of the older things too.... __________________ ~82 off-site~91 off-site~97 ASMusic~ ~00 ASMovies~02 Wilderness Lodge~04 Animal Kingdom Lodge~ ~05 Animal Kingdom Lodge & Polynesian~ ~05 Port Orleans French Quarter~06 Old Key West~ ~07 Port Orleans French Quarter~08 Old Key West~ ~09 Saratoga Springs~10 Port Orleans Fench Quarter~ My Disney Countdown Counting down to: 10 day do all or die trying trip. 271 days 6 hours 37 minutes

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Daisee taking a break Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 2,801	Re: The end of Fort Wilderness oohh ... you scared me for a sec.. I thought the thread meant.. the end of FW campground.. etc...

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unamadreditre Killer of threads! Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 1,553	Re: The end of Fort Wilderness Awwww........ memories....... I loved playing there as a kid. Haven't been in it in a long time but it makes me sad that I won't be able to see it. __________________ ´¨) x¸.•´ ¸.•´¨)xxxx¸.•¨) (¸.•´xxxxxx(¸.•`xxxx ~Redtire~ ´¨) Last edited by unamadreditre; 05-18-2007 at 08:18 AM.*

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daisyd Dreams do come true! Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: somewhere between here and there Posts: 2,344	Re: The end of Fort Wilderness I know that the island needs to change, but for the love of all things Disney, please, please, please tell me they are keeing the canoes and the cute boys that work them. Some of my favorite teenage memories revolve around riding on teh canoes with my girlfriends to flirt with the boys, lol. __________________ R2G your avatars rock! DL--too many times to count WDW--just once, Oct 2006

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gingita MB Mommy Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Lake Buena Vista Posts: 1,516	Re: The end of Fort Wilderness When I was at Disneyland the past few days, there was significant work being done on the island. I think the funniest part was watching the CMs who operate the rafts move the construction guys across the water because it's the only way they could get over there. It was really humorous to me. I did take a photo of the signage advertising the Pirates Lair while in DTD. So for your viewing pleasure... Attached Images __________________ Ginger The List: MissyH-ddoll-MommytoMJM-Cincy-Mrspooky-Ingamba-Bali-Doughnut-HoneyBear-Erin-Cavey-Lil-Tigger-EmpressJenny-Palmickey-Disneyguru-Mickaholic4077-Janice419-Bama Rama-MissDisney-PrincessJill-Baloo85-BDavis-Princess Tessa-Daydreamer-WishUponAStar-Queensmama-Maria-Bumble-Kizzmitt-Soundgod-Catfish1999-Slartybartfest-Cousin Mike-Jen-Jenbarnwell-Ready2Go-rlander-Daisee-Lovemysons-Chastmastr-Quakercub-Val32-PrincessAlyssa-Iluvwdw-Dana-Ilama-Bosoxx65-Lurk...to be continued Last edited by gingita; 05-18-2007 at 01:53 AM.

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bumble Mouse Meister Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Part time Fort Wilderness resident ;) Posts: 1,363	Re: The end of Fort Wilderness Well wow... I just about died when I saw the title. I also thought it was in reference to Fort Wilderness Campground. Whew! Glad it's not. And now I see this is in the Disneyland section, lol. Just out of curiosity are they doing any updating to Toms island in WDW? or is this only at DL? __________________ I cant wait to be at Fort Wilderness Campground! Our on site trips to WDW have been at:CSR, PO R & FQ, WL, Poly, All Star Sports, PC, Fort Wilderness, Contemporary, Beach Club Bumbles buzz!!!® http://www.myspace.com/bumble__bee ,-._,-. \/)"(\/ (_o_)

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disney1 Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Too far from WDW Posts: 190	Re: The end of Fort Wilderness Is this just DL or are they doing this in DW as well? Never went there as a kid with my parents or when I was on my honeymoon (my parents belief that it wasn't worth doing stayed with me). Decided to explore with my family in '02 and while not the greatest attraction it was a nice diversion. I know Disney likes to update and synergize everything but some things like the Carousel of Progress should stay. I've always thought that if they wanted to change or lose an attraction they should look at Autopia. Tie it in with Cars or better yet, Herbie goes to Monte Carlo. They could turn the track into a miniature European road race with little Eiffel Towers and other landmarks.

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col19 Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Long Island Posts: 243	Re: The end of Fort Wilderness very sad :( __________________ ~Colleen All Star Movies 2001 Polynesian 2003 Wilderness Lodge 2007

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anaheimboy The Pastry Guy Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Fresno, CA - 4 Hrs. North of DLR Posts: 2,512	Re: The end of Fort Wilderness It's to bad they couldnt just fix it but its maybe going to be best they put better use to the area with a new permanent CM area (or so Ive heard)....oh well. Lets see what all is to come in the bright future. __________________ Disney Cast Member, Class of 2007, 2008 & 2009 * Disneyland Resort/The Disney Store Me+Pastry Chef =

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